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Nissan Z33-D owner manual Technical and consumer information

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2006.5 350Z Modification of Your Vehicle When Reading the Manual California Perchlorate Advisory Important Information about this ManualCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning Nissan Customer Care Program Contents Page Illustrated table of contents AIR BAGS, Seat Belts Child Restraints 2Illustrated table of contents Exterior Front Illustrated table of contents Coupe Models 4Illustrated table of contentsExterior Rear Roadster Models Passenger Compartment 6Illustrated table of contents Illustrated table of contents 8Illustrated table of contents Illustrated table of contents Instrument Panel 10Illustrated table of contents Engine Compartment Memo 12Illustrated table of contents Safety Seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system Seats Reclining Forward and backward Reclining for driver’s seat 4Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Automatic passenger seatback tilt function Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Ventilated net seats if so equipped 6Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Type B for ventilated net seat Roadster models power typeTilting and Reclining PASSENGER’S Seat from DRIVER’S Seat Coupe models manual type Operation conditions Seatback tilt cancel switch8Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Head Restraint Adjustment Seat Belts Precautions on Seat Belt UsageActive Head Restraint except for ventilated net seats As possible around the HIPS, not Position the lap belt as low and snugWAIST. a lap belt worn too high Could increase the risk of internal Child Safety Small children InfantsLarger children Pregnant Women Fastening the seat belts Injured PersonsTHREE-POINT Type Seat Belt with Retractor On the hips as shown Unfastening the seat beltsChecking seat belt operation Seat Belt Extenders Seat Belt MaintenanceShoulder belt arm Precautions on Child Restraints SSS0100 Page SSS0261 Front facingFront facing step 22Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0641 TOP Tether Strap Child Restraint Coupe models only Anchor point location Booster Seats Precautions on Booster Seats Adjustable seatbacks should be po Be possible to properly install someFit your child and vehicle. It may not Types of booster seats in your ve Booster Seat Installation On Front Passenger Seat Seat to the rearmost position Precautions on Supplemental Restraint SystemSupplemental Restraint System SSS0131 Page SSS0132 SSS0016 SSS0006 SSS0007 SSS0008 SSS0009 SSS0099 SSS0100 Bag System, never install a rear Killed when the supplemental frontChildren may be severely injured or Air bags or side air bags or curtain SSS0162 Nissan advanced air bag system 36Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Front passenger air bag Front passenger air bag and status light 38Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Other supplemental front air bag precautions 40Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Pre-tensioner seat belt system 42Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Supplemental AIR BAG Repair and replacement procedure Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls HomeLink universal transceiver if so equipped 2Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Meters and Gauges Speedometer Speedometer and OdometerOdometer/Twin trip odometer 4Instruments and controls Tachometer Resetting the trip odometerChanging the display Serious engine damage Instruments and controls Fuel Gauge Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Engine OIL Pressure Gauge 8Instruments and controls Volt MeterTrip Computer Distance to empty dte mls or km Speed indicator mph or km/h Stopwatch hms Tire pressure indicator PSIElapsed time hms and trip odometer mls or km Display priority Checking Bulbs Audible RemindersAnti-lock brake 12Instruments and controls Door open warning light Or Brake warning lightCharge warning light Low tire pressure warning light Engine oil pressure warning light14Instruments and controls Low tire pressure warning Supplemental air bag warning light Low washer fluid warning lightSeat belt warning light Indicator Lights Operation Slip indicator light Audible Reminders Vehicle Security System Security Systems How to arm the vehicle security system Security indicator lightHow to stop an activated alarm Vehicle security system activation Immobilizer Nissan dealer for service 22Instruments and controls Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch Coupe models Froster Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defroster Switch24Instruments and controls Headlight Switch Headlight and Turn Signal SwitchXenon Headlights Lighting Daytime Running Light System Canada only Battery saver systemHeadlight beam select Instrument Brightness Control Turn Signal Switch 1 Turn signalLane change signal Hazard Warning Flasher Horn Switch Heated Seats if so equipped 30Instruments and controls Vehicle Dynamic Control VDC OFF Switch if so equipped Clock Adjusting the Time 32Instruments and controls ResettingPower Outlet Storage Cargo NET Sunglasses Holder Coupe models Soft bottle holder CUP HoldersFront 36Instruments and controls Console BOXRear Floor BOX Stowing Golf Bags Rear Parcel BOX 38Instruments and controls Coupe modelsRoadster models Windows Power WindowsDriver’s side power window switch Locking passenger’s window Passenger side power window switchAutomatic operation Auto reverse function MAP Lights Automatic Adjusting FunctionInterior Lights 42Instruments and controls Vanity Mirror Light Trunk Light Roadster models 44Instruments and controls Programming HomeLink Operating the HomeLink Programming HomeLink for Canadian CustomersUniversal Transceiver Programming TROUBLE-DIAGNOSIS Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button Clearing the Programmed InformationIf Your Vehicle is Stolen 46Instruments and controls Memo 48Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Keys 2Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsNissan Vehicle Immobilizer System Keys Never leave these keys in the vehicle Doors Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsLocking with KEY Opening and closing windows 4Pre-driving checks and adjustments Locking with Power Door Lock SwitchLocking with Inside Lock Knob Lockout protection Locking doors HOW to USE Remote Keyless Entry SystemRemote Keyless Entry System 6Pre-driving checks and adjustments Using the panic alarmUnlocking doors Opening the windows Setting hazard indicator and horn mode Hot immediately after the engine has been stopped 8Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsHood Opener Operation Rear Hatch Coupe models Secondary Rear Hatch Release 10Pre-driving checks and adjustments Interior Trunk LID Release Cancel switch Secondary Trunk LID Release 12Pre-driving checks and adjustments Before Operating the TOP Soft TOP Roadster models SPA1701 When Operating the TOP To engage the latch after closing the top Top latch lever Soft top indicator light Opening the TOP 18Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsAutomatic window lowering If the TOP does not Open or Close Electrically Closing the TOP 20Pre-driving checks and adjustments Right side Care of the Soft TOP and the Vehicle Body 22Pre-driving checks and adjustments FUEL-FILLER CAP FUEL-FILLER Door Cap Tilt Operation Steering Wheel SUN Visors Mirrors 26Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsInside Mirror Automatic ANTI-GLARE Inside Mirror if so equipped Outside Mirrors Foldable outside mirrors 28Pre-driving checks and adjustments Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Names of the Components Safety NoteControl Panel Buttons With Navigation System HOW to USE Back Button HOW to USE Joystick and Enter ButtonSetting UP the START-UP Screen HOW to USE Info Button 4Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Interval Reminder is set OFF Maintenance noticeHOW to USE Setting Button Clock settings Display settings Offset Adjust Language/Units settingsClock Format Daylight Saving Time Ventilators HOW to USE ButtonCenter Ventilators Side Ventilators Heater and AIR Conditioner Automatic Manual Operation Automatic Operation Operating Tips Air flow controlTo turn the system off Audio System Servicing AIR ConditionerRadio Radio reception FM Radio Reception Audio Operation Precautions Compact Disc CD playerAM Radio Reception Satellite SAT Radio Reception if so equipped SAA0480 Explanation of terms Check Disc 16Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Playback order Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Specification chart 18Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Troubleshooting guide Audio main operation On ⋅OFF/Volume controlFM-AM Radio with Compact Disc CD Player Scan tuning Seek tuningFM-AM radio operation Mute button APS Automatic Program Search FF, APS REW Compact disc CD player operationFF Fast Forward, REW Rewind MIX MIX play CD in indicatorRepeat RPT play 22Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Head unit FM-AM-SAT Radio with Compact Disc CD Changer FM-AM-SAT radio operation Disp SAT radio display change if so equipped Compact disc CD changer operation CD Load Removed, it will be pulled back into the slot to protect it CD Play select button CD Care and Cleaning CAR Phone or CB Radio AntennaFolder change CD changer/CD with MP3 or WMA Disc change CD changer/CD without MP3 or WMA Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems 32Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving Exhaust GAS Carbon monoxide Precautions When Starting and DrivingPrevent children’s access to car keys. Roadster models Starting and driving THREE-WAY CatalystTire Pressure Monitoring System Tpms 4Starting and driving Additional information Drinking ALCOHOL/DRUGS and Driving Avoiding Collision and Rollover 6Starting and driving Ignition SwitchAutomatic Transmission KEY Positions Manual Transmission 8Starting and driving Before Starting the Engine Starting the vehicle Starting the EngineDriving the Vehicle Shifting Key is removed from the ignition switch Manual shift mode Fail-safe Accelerator downshift D positionShift lock release 12Starting and driving SSD0536 14Starting and driving Up-shift indicatorSuggested up-shift speeds Parking Brake Suggested maximum speed in each gearTo release Automatic transmission models 16Starting and driving Cause engine damage Precautions on Cruise ControlCruise Control Operations Page 18Starting and driving BREAK-IN ScheduleIncreasing Fuel Economy PARKING/PARKING on Hills Braking Precautions Power Steering Brake SystemUsing the brakes Vacuum assisted brakes ANTI-LOCK Brake System ABS Traction Control System TCS if so equipped Vehicle Dynamic Control VDC System if so equipped Page Cold Weather Driving Driving on Snow or ICE Special Winter EquipmentEngine Block Heater if so equipped 26Starting and driving Memo 28Starting and driving Case of emergency Changing a Flat Tire Flat TireStopping the vehicle 2In case of emergency Getting the spare tire and tools Blocking wheelsCoupe models Case of emergency 4In case of emergency Jacking up the vehicle and removing the damaged tireRoadster models Jack should be used on level firm ground Stowing the damaged tire and tools Installing the spare tire Jump Starting Always connect positive + to posi Bolt, etc. not to the batteryTive + and negative − to body Ground for example, strut mounting Do not stop the engine Push StartingIf Your Vehicle Overheats Towing Your Vehicle Towing Recommended by Nissan Vehicle Recovery Freeing a stuck vehicle Case of emergency 14In case of emergency Appearance and care Washing Cleaning ExteriorSoft top care and cleaning Roadster models Removing Spots WaxingUnderbody Glass Tire Dressing Aluminum Alloy WheelsChrome Parts Floor Mats Cleaning InteriorFloor mat positioning aid driver’s side only Never use benzine, thinner or any similar material Corrosion Protection Seat BeltsMost Common Factors Contributing to Vehicle Corrosion Environmental Factors Influence the Rate of Corrosion Winter, the underbody must be cleaned periodically 8Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself Outside the vehicle Maintenance Requirements General MaintenanceExplanation of General Maintenance Items Inside the vehicle Under the hood and the vehicle 4Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance Precautions 6Maintenance and do-it-yourself Engine Compartment Check Locations Checking Engine Coolant Level Engine Cooling System Changing Engine Coolant Engine OIL 10Maintenance and do-it-yourselfChanging Engine OIL Filter Checking Engine OIL Level Drain plug tightening torque 22 to 29 ft-lb 29 to 39 N⋅m Engine oil and filter Automatic Transmission Fluid 12Maintenance and do-it-yourselfAfter the operation Brake and Clutch Fluid Power Steering Fluid Window Washer Fluid 14Maintenance and do-it-yourselfBrake Fluid Clutch Fluid Battery DI0137MA Jump Starting Drive Belts Spark Plugs AIR CleanerReplacing Spark Plugs Platinum-tipped spark plugs Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning Replacing 20Maintenance and do-it-yourself Brake pad wear indicators Self-adjusting brakesParking Brake and Brake Pedal Checking Parking Brake Fuses 22Maintenance and do-it-yourselfBrake Booster Fusible links Engine Compartment Passenger Compartment 24Maintenance and do-it-yourself Make sure that the ⊕ side faces the bottom case Keyfob Battery Replacement Front view 26Maintenance and do-it-yourselfLights Xenon headlight bulb HeadlightsReplacing Exterior and Interior Lights Replacement procedures28Maintenance and do-it-yourself SDI1450A SDI1572 Wheels and Tires 30Maintenance and do-it-yourselfTire Pressure Tire pressure monitoring system Tpms Maintenance and do-it-yourself Tire and loading information label 32Maintenance and do-it-yourself Checking the tire pressure Tire LABELINGExample 34Maintenance and do-it-yourself Other tire-related terminology All season tires Types of TiresSummer tires Snow tires Changing Wheels and Tires Tire rotation Tire Chains Tire wear and damage 38Maintenance and do-it-yourselfReplacing wheels and tires If the wheels are changed for any Spare tire T-type spare tire Wheel balanceCare of wheels Page Technical and consumer information 2Technical and consumer information Capacities Recommended Fuel Lubricants Fuel Recommendation Gasoline specificationsReformulated gasoline Gasoline containing oxygenates Aftermarket fuel additives FuelOctane rating tips 4Technical and consumer information Engine OIL and OIL Filter Recommendation 6Technical and consumer information Recommended SAE Viscosity Number Technical and consumer information Engine Specifications Wheels and Tires Dimensions and WeightsRoad wheel Tire Vehicle Identification Number VIN Plate Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number chassis number 10Technical and consumer information V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S Engine Serial NumberCertification Label Emission Control Information Label 12Technical and consumer information AIR Conditioner Specification LabelTire and Loading Information Label Use the following steps to mount the license plate Installing Front License Plate 14Technical and consumer information Vehicle Loading InformationTerms Vehicle Load Capacity 16Technical and consumer information Steps for determining correct load limit Loading Tips Measurement of Weights Maximum Load Limits Towing a TrailerMaximum trailer loads Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle Towing Safety Maximum gross vehicle weight/ maximum gross axle weightTongue load Trailer hitch Class I hitch Safety chainsTire pressures Trailer lights Trailer brakes Proper equipment and to have it installedPre-towing tips Trailer towing tips 22Technical and consumer information Flat Towing Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a Temperature A, B and CUniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear For Canada Emission Control System WarrantyFor US Free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1 1-800-647 Readiness for INSPECTION/ Maintenance I/M Test US only 26Technical and consumer information Event Data RecordersFor USA Event of a Collision Why should you take a chance?Insist on the use of Genuine Nissan Collision Parts It’s your right 28Technical and consumer information Index 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 GAS Station Information NEW Vehicle BREAK-IN Procedures RecommendationEngine OIL Recommendation Cold Tire Inflation Pressures Quick Reference Z33-D